How can business and social impact work together?

Mindset, Mood & Movement: Systems Thinking for Founder

In this episode of the podcast, Sal Jefferies and Gav Willis delve into the synergy between business and social impact. Gav, the founder of Search Seven, shares his journey of balancing profit with purpose, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.

They discuss the "triple bottom line" approach, which integrates profit, people, and purpose to achieve sustainable success. Key topics include leadership strategies, maintaining a positive company culture, and the importance of community engagement.

This episode is a must for entrepreneurs and business leaders aiming to make a positive impact while driving financial success.

Key Learnings

1. Triple Bottom Line: Successful businesses should balance profit, people, and purpose.
2. Purpose-Driven Resilience: A clear purpose can help businesses navigate difficult times.
3. Employee Engagement: Engaging employees through shared values and purpose enhances motivation and performance.
4. Proactive Mindset: Adopting a "play to win" mentality fosters growth and innovation.
5. Leadership and Growth: Effective leadership involves nurturing a growth mindset and promoting a positive company culture.
6. Community Involvement: Actively participating in community and charitable activities strengthens business impact and team morale.

Chapters

• 00:00 - Introduction
• Introduction to integrating business with social impact.
• 05:50 - Triple Bottom Line Concept
• Exploring the balance of profit, people, and purpose.
• 06:50 - Purpose-Driven Business
• How having a purpose helped during the pandemic.
• 08:00 - Play to Win vs. Play Not to Lose
• Importance of a proactive, growth-oriented mindset.
• 14:00 - Community Engagement
• The role of community involvement and charitable work.
• 26:50 - Employee Involvement and Leadership
• Engaging employees and fostering a collaborative culture.
• 28:00 - Human-Centric Leadership
• Understanding and supporting the human aspects of team members.
• 46:50 - Personal Well-being and Productivity
• Managing stress, fitness, and maintaining work-life balance.
• 54:10 - Impact Reporting and Inspiration
• The value of impact reports and inspiring social impact integration.
• 55:10 - Final Thoughts and Advice
• Practical tips and encouragement for incorporating social impact into business.

You can reach Sal for a conversation here.

You can reach Gav at Search Seven to learn more.

They are purpose-driven, award-winning agency specializing in Data-Driven SEO & Paid Media. What sets us apart is our commitment to giving back, as we pledge 7% of our profits to charity.